2025 Myanmar Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

We had a private cruising experience on the Yangon River and it was such a great idea for a team dinner! The boat ride offered peaceful river views and a refreshing breeze—perfect for relaxing after a busy day. The BBQ was surprisingly good too! 🍢🔥 Juicy, flavorful, and served hot off the grill while we enjoyed the skyline views. Good food, great company, and a chill river vibe—what more could we ask for? Had so much fun laughing, eating, and just enjoying the moment together! 😄🌊✨ #travelasia #asianwoman #asianwomantravels #throwback #travelphotography #yangon #yangontravel #yangonriver #cruise #cruiseholiday #lifeisgood #enjoythemoment #myanmar #myanmar🇲🇲 #myanmartrip #myanmartravel #shortgetaway #shortescape #privatecruising #instagramworthydestinations

At around 14:20 on March 28, a 7.9-magnitude earthquake occurred in Myanmar, affecting many surrounding areas. The earthquake was felt significantly in Thailand and Yunnan, China. For hotel products booked on the Ctrip platform before March 28, 2025 in Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Ruili, Yunnan, China, and with check-in time from March 28 to April 4, Ctrip has started a bottom-line guarantee and will work with merchants to bear the cancellation losses for users who need to cancel. In terms of air tickets, the platform will pay close attention to the airline policies and update relevant information in a timely manner. Passengers who meet the full refund rules of the airline can use the APP to operate a self-service full refund or free change. For all travel orders departing or returning from March 28, 2025 to April 4, 2025, with the destination in Myanmar, Ctrip has launched a major disaster tourism experience guarantee fund, providing users with change or cancellation plans depending on the impact, and fully assisting in communication and loss recovery, and bearing the final cancellation losses of users directly affected within the above scope.

#Sunviewing Spot Mulai, the mountain of faith, is another tourist spot for those who love hiking because it is only a little over a kilometer away. You can immediately see a beautiful view from the viewpoint. It is a spot where you can watch the sun rise and set. When the sun rises, it will be right in front of everyone's tent. When you wake up, you can go find a place to take pictures. When the sun sets, it will set on the big mountain, which is a very beautiful view. But unfortunately, when we went, it was during a period of heavy dust. We went in March, so we didn't get to see the beautiful and magnificent view. We didn't see the mountain layer view at all. 📌Mulai, the mountain of faith ⭐️ Satisfaction: 🌟🌟🌟🌟 #Mulai, the mountain of faith #Tak travel #Hiking #Mulai #Mountain travel #100 ways to travel #Nature attractions #Beautiful places to take pictures #Tent camping spots

Among the major cities in Myanmar, Bagan left the deepest impression. In February, the daytime temperature was over 40°C, so be sure to apply sunscreen. It's very convenient to buy a SIM card from Taobao before you go. Few people, beautiful scenery, highly recommended. On the 25 square kilometer plain of Bagan, there are more than 2000 pagodas. The large pagodas are well-known, while the small ones are only numbered. You can choose to ride a horse cart, an electric bike, or walk among the pagodas. The scale of pagoda construction during the Bagan Dynasty is considered the pinnacle in Myanmar's history of pagoda building. They are everywhere you look, in clusters and groups. Riding an electric bike every day on the dirt roads to explore various pagodas is endlessly fun and unforgettable. In the early morning, hot air balloons slowly rise from the misty trees, and the centuries-old pagodas stand solemn and serene. The hot air balloon sunrise here has a much stronger sense of history. Even more beautiful are the sunrises and sunsets on the plain. Sneaking up a thousand-year-old pagoda at dawn to watch the sunrise and hot air balloons rise simultaneously is a unique experience. Transportation: Fly from domestic cities to Yangon or Mandalay in Myanmar, then take a bus to Bagan. Sightseeing: The Bagan plain is divided into three areas: New Bagan, Old Bagan, and Nyaung-U. If you have a short travel time, it is recommended to mainly visit Old Bagan, where most of the major pagodas are located. If you have more time, you can also visit Nyaung-U and New Bagan. Travel Route: The main travel cities in Myanmar include Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay, and Inle Lake. If you visit all four, it's best to reserve about 10 days. Travel Season: The best time to travel in Myanmar is during the cool season from October to February each year. The sky is clear, and the sunlight is abundant. This season is also the best time for photography in Bagan and U Bein Bridge.

1/ Return to the starting point Taking advantage of the visa-free SAR passport, no matter how busy you are, you still have to visit Myanmar. It turns out that the last time I visited Yangon was in early 2017. In nearly two years, the city has changed a lot. Although the air outside the window was still muggy, the road conditions as we drove downtown were much better than in previous years. Along the road, we saw high-rise buildings one after another, four- and five-star hotels, overpasses, and fewer pedestrians on the streets than in previous years. In the past, it was often necessary to rely on the crowds gathered together to guess where to get on and off the bus. Now many places have built bus stops, and the situation of casual boarding seems to be an end. I went to visit the B&B where I used to stay, and found that there was suddenly a quite large fitness center opposite. However, the Shangri-La Hotel next door is still the same as in previous years. Several theaters across the street are still there, but the ones next to the theaters have been replaced by commercial high-end buildings. The criss-crossed Aung San Market in the past is still there, but there is a newly built "New Aung San Market" opposite, and there is a large shopping mall "Junction City" next to it, which houses Genki Sushi, Ippudo, and Jade Ramen Xiaolong. Bao, for a moment I thought I was home. The most eye-catching thing about the Shwedagon Temple is that it remains as glorious as ever. It only has an elevator at the entrance and a passage dedicated to "Foreigners". In this way, I walked all the way from 33rd Street to 19th Street, walking through familiar streets one after another, and alleys with new clothes one after another. Suddenly I felt like an old man, chattering about the changes in this place while walking, but unable to keep up with the pace of the times. It's also like a lovelorn person, wandering in memories, reluctant to let go of the past. Memory and reality overlapped, and I discovered that there was only a small difference between "familiar" and "unfamiliar". After wandering around and around in the confusion, I finally couldn’t bear to find a roadside teahouse. sit. "Pawt Saint!" I said to the waiter. The waiter smiled shyly and handed me a cup of fragrant Burmese milk tea. After taking a sip, luckily the aroma of the milk tea is still there, and it can be regarded as a shared memory between me and this city.

#100TravelTips #SeaTravel This is not the Maldives but an island just 1 hour from Ranong Province. The contrasting blue sea is screaming. The white sand is soft and fine like flour. The water is clear like a fish tank. There are dozens of Nemo gardens. The staghorn coral reefs. Private beach Sali Private Island - Sali Island, Burma Sea . Located in the Burma Sea, but for Thais, it's easy to travel. Just use your ID card. Take a boat for only an hour. . Sali Island trip is a day trip that is more than complete. The beauty and abundance of nature that is hard to imitate. Complete with service and delicious Thai food, seafood, grilled squid #Dragon Island Take a photo with a rock that looks like a dragon Just the first point, the water is very clear. During low tide, there is a secret natural cave for us to go in and take cool photos. . Dive at 3 points. The abundance of the underwater sea in Burma We really have to admit that it is very complete. The staghorn coral reefs Many types of fish. Nemo is so big that it's called It can be Nemo's garden. . #Sali Island The beach stretches out in a wide radius, contrasting with the color of the sea. It's like walking in the Maldives. Easy to travel and private version. There are kayaking activities, relaxing on the beach. Plenty of beautiful photo spots. . Lunch, full of food, grilled seafood, spicy sauce. Spicy papaya salad. The chef on this island is the best. Honestly, I didn't want it to be time to go back. . Finally, go to the twin islands, Pearl Andaman Resort. See the view of the Thai side, take a shower, relax, shop for souvenirs. Have dinner, delicious Thai food. . This is a trip that stands out in terms of the beautiful landscape, water color, fine sand, underwater, food, complete facilities. For those who are still hesitating, go. You won't be disappointed. #saliisland #myanmarisland #ranong #snorkeling #Sali Island #diving #Myanmar sea #Ranong

Myanmar, the official name of the Southeast Asian nation commonly known as Burma is a must-visit destination for travelers who like beaches and Buddha. This beautiful country is dotted with thousands of Buddhist temples. Besides, it has serene white beaches along the Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal. Myanmar is gradually opening to the foreign tourism, so travelers who wish to experience a more traditional Burma can visit this place. If you are planning a Myanmar tour and wondering which attractions you must visit, then read on to know about the popular tourist attractions in this country. Shwedagon Pagoda The Shwedagon or Greater Dragon Pagoda is known to be the most sacred site related to Buddhism in Myanmar as it contains a strand of Buddha’s hair and other religious relics. This 2,500-year-old pagoda is sited on Singuttara Hill in Yangon. Over the centuries, this pagoda has grown from 8 meters to 99 meters. It is believed that Shwedagon pagoda is believed to be built by the Mon during the Bagan period between the 6th and 10th century AD. This pagoda is covered in gold leaf; this stupa is covered in 4, 531 diamonds. The visitors of pagoda are expected to follow a dress code (preferably trousers with T-shirts with elbow-length sleeves) and enter the temple barefooted. Ananda Temple Ananda Temple is an amazing Buddhist temple that was built in 1105 AD during the supremacy of King Kyanzittha of the Pagan Dynasty. It is one among the four surviving temples of Bagan. The layout of the temple is in a cruciform offering several terraces of a small pagoda with the top enveloped through an umbrella. This Buddhist temple has four standing Buddhas and each one is facing the different directions. Built in a fusion of Mon and Indian style of architecture, the inspiring temple is also named as the “Westminster Abbey of Burma”.#myanmar ##myanmartravel

Getting There - 2.5hrs boat ride from the Kawthaung jetty Attractions - snorkeling, diving, kayaking, mountain climbing Tour - several tour service and plan Cost - 100 USD or 3900 Thai baht for a day trip tour Service - tour guide, island entry fee, snorkeling equipments, lunch included A beautiful island with crystal clean water. Variety of fishes and sea creatures can be found out during diving and snorkeling. #myanmar #horseshoeisland

“Mula-ee, the mountain of faith” The first time I heard the name and saw the pictures here, I thought that I had to go there one day. When I planned to go, Covid-19 caused the trip to be postponed indefinitely because this mountain is in Burma. At that time, each country did not want outsiders to enter. After a year, they started to relax the rules, but then there was another unrest. So we had to postpone it again. But finally!!! I was able to go as I wished. When my sister went, the weather was very cold. I am sensitive to the cold, so I prepared very well. Before going, we need to know the rules here. 1. Men and women are not allowed to sleep in the same tent. 2. On top, refrain from eating meat. 3. If women want to go up the pagoda, they must wear a sarong or a skirt that covers the knees only and can only go up to the first pagoda. Only men can go up to the next pagoda. We left Bangkok at night and went to Umphang in the morning. We stopped to buy some things and took a shower. Then we changed to a four-wheel drive vehicle, which took about 4 hours. At this point, I recommend finding a headscarf and covering your nose because there is a lot of dust. And the road is not very good, my butt is a bit sore. The way we pass through various Burmese villages, we will see the way of life of the villagers all the way. When we get to the top, we set up the tents first. We sleep in the temple's canteen because last week, the people who slept at the viewpoint had a strong wind that made it impossible to sleep, so we didn't take the risk. When we set up the tents, we walked to the pagoda. Don't forget to change your sarongs. The path is easy, but the stairs are a bit steep, making us out of breath. But the view up is very beautiful. We can see the mountains in 360 degrees, and even in the afternoon, there is still fog. When we come down, we go to the viewpoint. This is considered the most beautiful spot of the trip. Because in addition to the view that you can see in every direction, the air is very good. We can't take it anymore. The background here when taking pictures is the intricate mountain range. Some angles look like a foreign country. This is another trip that makes us love hiking even more. When we come back down from the viewpoint, we have lunch at the place where we set up the tents. This meal is free of meat, but it is very delicious. After eating, we sit by the fire and chat leisurely, with the weather getting colder and colder. No later than 10 pm, everyone goes to bed. Everything was dark and quiet with the sound of dew dripping all night long. Under the very cold weather, I think it was about 7-8 degrees. Brrrrrrrrrrr🥶🥶 Woke up this morning with the weather still freezing. We sat by the fire and sipped coffee, watching the mist floating in the light wind. To be honest, I didn't want to go back yet, but in the morning we had to pack our things because it would be a long time before we reached the back. The way down was just as hard as the way up. It was like being massaged repeatedly on the sore spots>< For those who are deciding whether to go or not, don't hesitate. It's really worth it. ⛰️🏔️🍃 And this time, we brought the FujiXT5 camera with us. I secretly liked it. I'll come back to review it again. The camera is small and light, but the file quality is very good. It's convenient for mountain climbers like us who don't want to carry heavy things. #Mulai #Mountain of Faith #fujifilmxthai #xt5 #tagfriends #taglovers #goalone #gowithagang #gotogether #taguntilyougo #blogger #review #fujifilmthailand #xt20 #ihaveklong #ihaveacamera #review #blogger #restaurant #coffeeshop #hotel #hotel #travelabroad

Lovely moment at Taung Gyi, Shan State, Myanmar ❤️❤️❤️ Natural Green Mountain are surrounded around the town❤️❤️❤️ Shan People are friendly and kindly ❤️❤️❤️ Beautiful and peaceful town that I have ever seen before. Can feel the nature thoroughly. The weather js cold and nice to chill. ❤️❤️❤️ Shan Traditional food are also amazing. I would like to go there again for next vacation ❤️❤️❤️

Lovely moment at Bagan, Myanmar ❤️❤️❤️ Ancient city in Myanmar which is recognized by UNESCO . ❤️❤️❤️ Lovely to explore around the city and traditional food ❤️❤️❤️ Many ancient statue and pagoda are all over the town. ❤️❤️❤️ It was the wonderful moment ❤️❤️❤️

The place where located in Myanmar. It is called Hlaw Kar Natural Park. There was so many animals live for freedom. #nationalpark #naturalwonders #myanmar #naturelover

#CableTrolleyToday, we will take everyone to ride a cable car to see the high angle view of Kyaiktiyo Pagoda in Myanmar. When I had the chance to travel to Myanmar, I did not miss visiting Kyaiktiyo Pagoda. It is an important landmark here. Before reaching Kyaiktiyo Pagoda, you have to climb a very high mountain. You can take a car or a cable car. Today, we took a cable car up to see the natural view and pay homage to Kyaiktiyo Pagoda. The atmosphere is very good, extremely beautiful, very impressive.

Welcome to Myanmar, where there are many tourists from all over the world.

#WinterMountainTravel Today, I will take everyone to pay homage to the Golden Rock in Myanmar. 🙏 I would like to say that I am very impressed to have the opportunity to pay homage to the Golden Rock of Myanmar because it is considered one of the five sacred objects of the Myanmar people. The golden rock is 5.5 meters in size and is located on a steep cliff, a miracle of balance for the Myanmar people. It is located on the top of Khao Phuang Luang, 3,615 feet above sea level. It is a full-scale drive up 33 mountains, very fun and challenging. #WinterMountainTravel #

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U Bein Bridge is the longest teak bridge in the world, located in the southern part of Amarapura, Myanmar, not far from the city of Mandalay. It is 1.2 km long and spans Taungthaman Lake, heading straight to Kyauk Taw Gyi Pagoda. Built around 1850, In addition to being the longest wooden bridge in the world, it is also the oldest in the world‼️🤩 The bridge was built from teak wood left over from the demolition of the old palace in Ava. When the capital was moved from Ava to Amarapura, 1,086 teak trees were brought with them, and the name ‘U Bein’ came from the name of a nobleman named “U Bein” whom King Bodawpaya had appointed to be the chief of construction✨✨✨ #TrueForeignCity #WaitingForTheDayToTravel #SecretCoordinates #NaturalTherapy

Balloon ride to see the sea of ​​Bagan pagodas 🎈🎈 It is one of the most popular activities for tourists visiting Bagan, which is famous for its history and the antiquity of thousands of pagodas built during the time when Bagan was very prosperous in the past. By riding in a balloon, you will be able to see the magnificent beauty of Bagan from a high angle in the morning, along with the sun rising from the sky. The balloon ride to see the sea of ​​Bagan pagodas package includes a pick-up and drop-off from each passenger's hotel to the balloon ride point. You must inform the company of the hotel name when booking through the website or buying a tour with an agency in Bagan and make an appointment for the company to pick you up from the hotel on the day of the balloon ride. The balloon ride starts from early morning Around 06.00 a.m. ⏰ The travel time by balloon is approximately 45 minutes ⏰ #Visiting historical sites #Waiting for the day of departure #Missing nature #Secret location #Accommodation with a million-dollar view #Missing the forest and mountains #Nature therapy

#bagan #yangon #mandalay i can really say that this trip was the most memorable. i went to myanmar last 2019 because i got curious whenever my colleagues will talk about the country. i was nervous to travel in this place at first but when i got there, i felt so comfortable. the people are so kind and charming. food and transportation are cheap! tourist spots/temples are not crowded. i love temples and masjids so thats the main reason why i went here. i have a complete and detailed itinerary. ❤️ i will visit Myanmar again soon. #historicculture#urbanexplorer

Booking A Holiday Tour Or Vacation In Myanmar In my capacity as the UK Director of Operations for One World Tours Limited, one of my jobs is to ensure every client has the best tour possible, so here are my top suggestions for sites to take in during your holiday Myanmar formerly known as Burma. 1. Yangon is the capital city of Myanmar and is a typical Asian city with it’s beautiful green tropical trees and beautiful lakes. The wonderful thing about Yangon is that it has not been spoilt by modern development although it is progressing gently at it’s own pace. The city is the main entrance to the country and also houses the principle seaport. Yangon is home to many stunning pagodas, one of the most stunning being The Shwedagon Pagoda which stands on Theingottara hill. This golden shrine is gilded from top to bottom which makes it glisten in the sun an absolutely awesome spectacle. #givethanks#naturalwonders#beautifulhotel#summervacation#hotelstay#urbanexplorer

This book inspires me to visiti this hidden gem of South East Asia. Myanmar has such a incredible history and beautiful culture. Deep down through history , you can see how it has changed through generation. Like George orwell describes one part of era that colonialism became such a factor to shape Myanmar nowadays. Love it! #georgeorwell #bookwithtrip #myanmar #historicculture#beautifulsunsets#summervacation

U Bein Bridge If anyone wants to know the longest wooden bridge in the world, they must come to this country of Burma. "U Bein Bridge" has been around for over 200 years. This wooden bridge is made of teak wood, which was originally the ancient capital of Ava that was demolished. Therefore, the demolished teak wood was used to build the wooden bridge and named after the construction supervisor, a nobleman named U Bein. It is currently considered the oldest and longest wooden bridge in the world. The pillars of U Bein Bridge use 1,086 teak woods. U Bein Bridge stretches from Amarapura before reaching Mandalay and stretches across Kaungta Lake to Kyauk Taw Gyi Pagoda.

Mahamuni Buddha Mahamuni Buddha or another nickname that has been known for a long time is "The Soft Golden Buddha" or another name is "Mahamiya Muni", a large Buddha statue that is the prototype of the golden Buddha statue. And it is also a Buddha statue dressed in royal attire. It is considered a Buddha statue that has been with the country of Burma for a long time. It is one of the top 5 sacred objects of Burma. The word "Mahamuni" means "The one with great knowledge". If anyone wants to pay homage, it is currently enshrined in Mandalay, the old capital of Burma during the Konbaung Dynasty.

📍Kalo, Myanmar 📷 February 2019 🌅 I can't forget the sunset I saw in Kalo, Myanmar. Kalo is a small and cozy village where people who do the Kalo-Inle Lake Line trekking in Myanmar stop by to start their trekking. I spent the day before the trekking departure the next day resting in Kalo and walking around the village. I went up to Sunset Point, which the hostel owner told me about, and came down to the village to see the sunset. The sky was pink itself... . Kalo's quiet atmosphere and pink sky were so beautiful that I felt sad. If you are traveling to Myanmar, I recommend looking at the sky carefully in the evening. #MyanmarTravel #SunsetViewing #OverseasTravelDestinationRecommendation #Myanmar #Kalo #Sunset #MyanmarSunset

Wat Phra Kaew Chulamani, inside the temple where the Buddha's tooth relic is enshrined This temple area also has the beauty of ancient Bagan architecture, very interesting There are flower sellers on the way up to the temple, the temple area is also spacious When I went, there weren't many people, walking around the temple, it was very beautiful, the temple windows were also beautiful, you have to see it with your own eyes #Waiting for the day to travel

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After traveling to Myanmar, I always feel more warm and happy, so I think it was even more memorable. The most beautiful accommodation in the small city of Hpa An in Myanmar You can search for “Keinnara Hpa An” and make a reservation! It costs $250 per night, which is quite expensive for Myanmar, but after staying for one night, you will fully understand the price. Surrounded by a large mountain called Zwe Kabin, the scenery is very beautiful, and the air is really good, so it was the perfect accommodation for healing🥰 If I go to Myanmar, I will definitely want to go back to Hpa An because of this accommodation ㅎㅎ #Resort #LifeTravelDestination #MyanmarTravel #MyanmarSmallCity #HpaAnTravel

Horseshoe Island 🧲 Horseshoe Island is located on the Burmese side. You have to cross the river from Ranong Province. It is a large island surrounded by 4 small islands. If you look from the top view, you will see a horseshoe shape. The water is very clear and still. Suitable for swimming and snorkeling. The sandy beach is also white and fine. Very beautiful, impressive. #WinterSeasideTravel

Sali Island, the Maldives of Burma. You can easily travel with a few thousand baht. ❤ You can take a boat from Ranong. #Drag your boyfriend to #Burma #Maldives #travelguide #beachtrip